Book description
FINALIST FOR THE 2022 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FOR FICTION NAMED ONE OF THE NEW YORKER'S BEST BOOKS OF 2022 "An endlessly inventive and moving collection from a thrilling and capacious young talent." --Jess Walter, author of Beautiful Ruins. A luminous new collection of stories from a young writer who "has brought his culture's rich history, mythology, and lyricism to American letters." --Sandra Cisneros Pen/Hemingway finalist Jamil Jan Kochai โbreathes life into his contemporary Afghan characters, moving between modern-day Afghanistan and the Afghan diaspora in America. In these arresting stories verging on both comedy and tragedy, often starring young characters whose bravado is matched by their tenderness, Kochai once again captures "a singular, resonant voice, an American teenager raised by Old World Afghan storytellers."* In "Playing Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain," a young man's video game experience turns into a surreal exploration on his own father's memories of war and occupation. Set in Kabul, "Return to Sender" follows two married doctors driven by guilt to leave the US and care for their fellow Afghans, even when their own son disappears. A college student in the US in "Hungry Ricky Daddy" starves himself in protest of Israeli violence against Palestine. And in the title story, "The Haunting of Hajji Hotak," we learn the story of a man codenamed Hajji, from the perspective of a government surveillance worker, who becomes entrenched in the immigrant family's life. The Haunting of Hajji Hotak and Other Stories is a moving exploration of characters grappling with the ghosts of war and displacement--and one that speaks to the immediate political landscape we reckon with today. *The New York Times Book Review
Mum Mary
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D-Hog-Day
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. It helps me absorb information more effectively.
Master Jetson
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With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. ๐ Elevating my reading routine โ this app's functionality is the key to unlocking new worlds of storytelling. ๐๐ ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. I can easily jump to the parts I want to listen to. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iโve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
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Rope
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ListenBook's dedication to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every aspect of the app. This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge โ talk about efficiency! Navigating audiobooks with ease โ this app's functionality is a standout. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Mt. Indiana
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates into my life, enhancing every moment with stories. ๐ก Embracing audiobooks while tidying up the house โ it's like having a helper! ๐ ๐
Delirium
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. The chapter navigation is a lifesaver. It makes finding my place so easy. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
AxelRoad
This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. ListenBookโs interface is clean and intuitive. Itโs a joy to use.
HolyCombo
I'm amazed at this app's ability to transport me to different worlds through stories. This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading.
Flash
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It eliminates distractions and enhances the clarity of recordings, resulting in a more immersive experience. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureโitโs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Cool Whip
Mood-based playlists help me choose books that suit my current state of mind. ๐ถ๐ Replacing tunes with stories โ my house is alive with the sound of narration! ๐ง๐ I can't get over how smooth the playback is. Even high-quality files play flawlessly. Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings.
Sand Whiskers
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for personal growth. I can't imagine my day without a dose of literature from this app.
NeoGermal
Audiobook multitasking made simple โ this app's design is a game-changer. The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze. ListenBookโs interface is clean and intuitive. Itโs a joy to use. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
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ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. I can't imagine my life without this app โ it's my constant source of books. ListenBookโs audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience.
K-Tin Man
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Good William
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. I can't get enough of this app's easy navigation and quick access to chapters and playback controls. CUE playlist support is a rare gem. Perfect for organizing content efficiently. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iโve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers! Incredible character voices! Each person felt distinct without being over-the-top. The emotional scenes gave me chills with how well they were delivered.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience